Train Conductor

Join CPKC as a Train Conductor, a foundational role in the railway, where you'll work as a member of a train crew, assisting in switching rail cars, making or splitting up trains in rail yards, or moving rail cars between rail yards. This position requires vigilance about safety, and you must be prepared for unscheduled shift work, being away from home for extended periods, and working outdoors in all types of weather.

What You Will Do

As a Conductor, you'll carry out specific instructions detailing a train's route and specific movements, coordinate the switching of cars, including coupling and uncoupling cars, and lifting out coupling devices. You'll also observe, interpret, and relay signals and other indications affecting the movement of the train.

Why It Might Be a Fit

If you're willing to work in a 24/7 operating environment, with unscheduled shift work, and are able to multitask, have strong communication skills, and are willing to work outdoors in all types of weather, this role might be a good fit for you.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform work that can be physically demanding such as walking up to 6 miles a day on uneven ground, climbing up and down, and lifting and pulling heavy objects (up to 80 pounds on occasion)
• Willingness to work unscheduled shift work in a 24/7 operating environment
• Working up to 12 hour shifts, including days, evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to report to work within a two hour call window, after scheduled rest
• Excellent focus, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
• Strong communication skills (provide clear and concise instructions/directions, including over radio)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time
• Must be able to pass the required physical job tasks for the job position, written examinations, read and understand safety instructions, read and understand operating rules and regulations, and other written or printed material in English
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver's license

Benefits

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee share purchase plan
• Annual fitness subsidy
• Part-time studies program